How to say “How are you?” in Oromo
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Oromo. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Akkam jirtu?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Oromo
Akkam, Akkam jirtu?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Oromo?
"How are you?" in Oromo is "Akkam jirtu?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Akkam jirtu?" written in Oromo?
"Akkam jirtu?" is the standard written form in Oromo, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Akkam jirtu?" in Oromo?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Akkam jirtu?" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Akkam jirtu?" mean in English?
"Akkam jirtu?" is the Oromo way of saying "How are you?" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "How are you?" in Oromo?
Many languages — including Oromo — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Akkam jirtu?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Oromo spoken?
Oromo is spoken by an estimated 37 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Oromo dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Oromo dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Akkam jirtu?" or any other Oromo text.